Roshan Di Kesar Pista Kulfi 🍨
Description: Wonderful dessert for the hot summer months! This recipe was first enjoyed by Mughal emperors in the 16th century! 😋
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 cups | Full-cream milk |
| 1/2 tsp | Saffron |
| 6 tbsp | Sugar |
| 2 pods | Green cardamoms |
| 1/4 cup | Pistachios |
| 2 tbsp | Cornflour |
| 1 tbsp | Arrowroot |
| 2 cups | Water |
Instructions:
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Boil the Milk:
- In a sturdy saucepan, bring the full-cream milk to a gentle boil over medium flame.
- Allow it to simmer until it reduces to half its volume, stirring occasionally for about 20-25 minutes.
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Infuse Saffron:
- While the milk is simmering, add in the saffron strands, letting them infuse their lovely color and aroma into the milk.
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Sweeten with Sugar:
- Stir in the sugar, ensuring it dissolves completely into the milk mixture.
- Let it continue to simmer for another 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
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Add Aromatic Cardamom:
- Crush the green cardamom pods lightly to release their fragrant seeds.
- Add these aromatic seeds into the milk mixture, giving it a delightful warmth.
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Introduce Nutty Pistachios:
- Coarsely chop the pistachios and add them to the milk, creating a wonderful contrast of textures.
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Mould the Kulfi:
- Take your kulfi moulds and evenly distribute the flavored milk mixture among them.
- Leave a little space at the top to accommodate expansion as the kulfi freezes.
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Freeze Until Set:
- Carefully place the kulfi moulds in the freezer and allow them to set completely, ideally overnight for the best texture.
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Prepare the Falooda:
- In a separate saucepan, combine the cornflour and arrowroot with a bit of water to form a smooth paste.
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Cook the Mixture:
- Over low heat, cook the cornflour mixture, stirring constantly until it turns transparent and thickens.
- If needed, add a bit more water to achieve the desired consistency.
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Create Falooda Strands:
- Using a fine metal colander or a falooda press, push the thickened mixture through into a bowl of chilled water.
- This creates those delicate and delightful falooda strands that will adorn your kulfi.
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Chill Until Serving:
- Refrigerate the prepared falooda until you are ready to serve the dessert, letting it chill and set nicely.
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Serve in Style:
- To serve, carefully unmould the set kulfi onto serving plates or bowls.
- Garnish generously with the chilled falooda strands, adding a touch of elegance to your dessert.
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Enjoy the Creamy Delight:
- Dive into this creamy, nutty, and fragrant Roshan Di Kesar Pista Kulfi, a delightful treat with a rich history!
This dessert is perfect for those warm summer days, offering a refreshing sweetness that lingers on your palate. Whether you’re sharing it with family, friends, or savoring it all for yourself, this kulfi is sure to bring smiles and satisfaction to everyone at the table! 😊
